Senior Software Engineer, Video Editing, Android/iOS
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. Google scores B on the Alion truth index.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
At YouTube, we believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share, and build community through our stories. We work together to give everyone the power to share their story, explore what they love, and connect with one another in the process. Working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, we move at the speed of culture with a shared goal to show people the world. We explore new ideas, solve real problems, and have fun - and we do it all together.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of core video creation features on the YouTube Create app, such as advanced editing tools, effects, and AI-powered media generation, ensuring a seamless and high-performance experience for creators.
- Drive the technical roadmap for Client App infrastructure by scoping and implementing complex projects, such as media engine migrations or reliability frameworks, that span multiple quarters and require minimal supervision.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Product, Design, and Backend teams, to translate ambiguous product requirements into scalable technical solutions that impact the future of mobile content creation at YouTube.
- Mentor and guide engineers, setting technical standards through code and design reviews, and helping junior team members grow their technical and professional skills.
- Identify and resolve systemic technical or process bottlenecks, improving developer productivity and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the codebase.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages.
- 3 years of experience in mobile app application development.
- Experience with media editing within a mobile app.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.